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[は(波)·と(止)]
hato
noun

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[は(波)·と(戸)]
hato
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English Meaning(s) for 波止

noun
  1. breakwater; seawall; bulwark; mole; narrow stone structure for breaking incoming waves and loading goods on and off ships
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Definition and Synonyms for 波止

Groyne a protective structure of stone or concrete
Synonyms: 波止, 波除け, 海壁, 突堤, 防波堤, 防潮堤
Pier a platform built out from the shore into the water and supported by piles
Synonyms: 埠頭, 岸壁, 桟橋, 波止, 波止場, 突堤
Groyne extends from shore into the water to prevent a beach from washing away
Synonyms: 波止, 波除け, 海壁, 突堤, 防波堤, 防潮堤
Pier provides access to ships and boats
Synonyms: 埠頭, 岸壁, 桟橋, 波止, 波止場, 突堤

Meanings for each kanji in 波止

» waves; billows; Poland
» stop; halt

Categories 波止 is a member of

Barrier a structure or object that impedes free movement
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Platform a raised horizontal surface
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